A pop of BOLD lipstick is not only a great holiday look, but it's super easy and FAST, if you do it right.
I've been wearing a bold lip most of my makeup-wearing life, in fact, I recently had an old friend tell me that I look the same I did in the 90s (Revlon's Blackberry anyone?). I'm not 100% it was a compliment, but hey, if you're saying I look as fresh as I did … [Read more...]

This is the after...here is the BEFORE:
I loooove makeup, I’m pretty much obsessed with trying out new beauty products, and I love to get dressed up and have fun, but let’s be real here for a minute: I have two boys and barely 2 shakes to look at myself in the mirror on most days.
My #1, major, without a doubt, always go-to is It Cosmetics CC+ Cream (I wear medium). It’s my … [Read more...]

I'm always up for trying a new beauty product, and if you ever pop in to my home, you'll likely find me wearing a mask. As one does, right? I mean, you're wearing one right now, too? Yes?
Well, I try and try so many, and here are 5 share-worthy beauty face masks that are in heavy rotation for me, plus read all the way to the bottom to learn about some fun giveaways … [Read more...]

1) To start off, let's read some inspirational and practical advice in this great article from one of my FAVORITE websites, Thrive Global
(originally published from powerwithsoul.com). It's a list of 5, too – 5 key players to include in your inner circle. This article is talking about success as an end result, but I love this concept for just your everyday life. Have you … [Read more...]

Hey everyone!
Two days away from the *official* start of summer, but I've been really getting into the spirit of summer and enjoying the break from the hustle. I remember summer seeming endlessly long, and gasp!, even boring as a child, and that's EXACTLY what I want for my kiddos. We are doing some camps here and there, but mostly we're found by the pool or in our backyard … [Read more...]

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Hi! I am Candace, lucky mama of two boys and trend spotter of all things fashion, food, beauty, fitness, home and travel. I try it all and if I love it, I'll let you know. Our family philosophy is that you can live the good life with your kids in tow, you just have to find the right places, brands, and products to help you do so. Want to work together? Email me at candace at luxewithkids dot com.